Review of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) by Miikael K — 30 May 2010

Argh, jatkuva laulaminen ranskaksi ja romanttisuus olivat minulle liikaa.

This review of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) was written by Miikael K on 30 May 2010.

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg has generally received very positive reviews.

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